BBE Sonic Maximizers ?

Bobby Boggs · Post by **Bobby Boggs** » 3 Oct 2002 6:30 am

Anyone know the difference between the 462 and the 482? Besides the price?Would a 462 be suited for PSG?Or would the 482 be better.Thanks-------bb

Erv Niehaus · Post by **Erv Niehaus** » 3 Oct 2002 7:38 am

As far as I know, the 482 is the latest model ,with the latest processor, and the 462 is the discontinued model. I use the 482 for pedal steel and really like it. It cleans up your sound and adds clarity to it.
Erv

Larry Bell · Post by **Larry Bell** » 3 Oct 2002 8:45 am

This is what they say: <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>I know the 482 and 882 have the new BBE 4th Generation Processing chip, but what is the difference between the older 462 and 482 models?

The 4th Generation Processing chip offers greater warmth, with a more naturally detailed midrange. We view this as a significant step forward in our patented technology. The earlier 3rd Generation BBE technology is still available in our current 362 series and 264 compact models. BBE does not currently have plans to introduce this 4th Generation technology into models below the 482 and 882, as the added cost and complexity of this technology are not yet possible at lower price points.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

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George Kimery · Post by **George Kimery** » 3 Oct 2002 9:53 am

I have an 862 and the reason I bought it over the 462 is the 862 has XLR balanced lines out, which I thought would be better for recording. Otherwise, I thought they were the same, but I could be wrong. I did not buy it for steel, but after reading the posts on the forum, I fired that puppy up on my steel. It does clean it up, but in my opinion, my Lil Izzy does it better (am also using the RV3). If there is anyway of trying out one of these on your rig before purchasing, I would highly recommend it. It might be just what you need, but in my case, I would have wasted my money on one had I bought it for steel. Anyway, that was my experience. I love the BBE and I have it hooked up to my home stereo right now with a couple of Bose speakers. Awesome for this application.[This message was edited by George Kimery on 03 October 2002 at 08:33 PM.]

Pete Burak · Post by **Pete Burak** » 3 Oct 2002 10:41 am

I have the 264R BBE Sonic Maximizer ($49.95 at Guitar Center).
This one is a small box, not much larger than a stomp box, and has 1/4" in's/out's (stereo L/R).
They also make/made a 264 with RCA in's/out's.
I mainly use mine to make ryhthm tracks sound better, and in home studio recording applications.
I'll have to try it with my steel.

Bobby Boggs · Post by **Bobby Boggs** » 3 Oct 2002 3:03 pm

Thanks Guys.What's the diference between a 862 and a 482?They bring about the same price.Must be similar??Thanks-----bb

Bobby Boggs · Post by **Bobby Boggs** » 3 Oct 2002 3:09 pm

Sorry.b0b's flood control nailed me again.[This message was edited by Bobby Boggs on 03 October 2002 at 04:11 PM.]

Jon Light (deceased) · Post by **Jon Light (deceased)** » 3 Oct 2002 3:22 pm

A while ago I was doing some homework on BBE units and discovered this, which may or may not pertain--(I haven't looked up your specific models and don't know if this is relevant)------some models are two channel stereo with single controls while others are two channel, like two separate units in one box with individual level controls etc. This is a versatility issue that may or may not matter depending on how you expect to use it. If you want to use it in the home studio on individual tracks, the latter would be a hip feature. If you were just going to run a stereo mix thru it or use it in you stereo rig, the single control stereo model would be good enough. Hope that made some sort of sense.

Bobby Boggs · Post by **Bobby Boggs** » 4 Oct 2002 4:32 am

Thanks everyone.The 482 and 882 are the newest models that catch my eye.The only difference it's seems is the 882 has more head room.Musicians Friend has both for 199.00 and free shipping.After thinking it over I just don't think I need one.Thanks for your help.----------bb

Erv Niehaus · Post by **Erv Niehaus** » 4 Oct 2002 6:39 am

Bobby:
Watch for the units on ebay. That's where I bought mine. There's usually some for sale on there. If you get one, you'll like it. There's a switch on the unit so you can hear the differnce with the unit on and off. Believe me, if you have it, you'll use it.
Erv